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In an emergency, call 911; 
For non-emergencies, call (808) 935-3311.

Use 911 to report any serious medical problem, fire, life-threatening situation or crime in progress.

If your need is not an emergency, please call the non-emergency line at (808) 935-3311. The non-emergency calls go to the same Dispatch Center but priority is given to 911 emergency calls.

Learn more on our Proper Use of 911 page.


Text to 911

Text to 911 allows you to use your activated cell phone to contact the 911 center by text message instead of calling 911. Texting to 911 should only be done when you are unable to make a voice call.

Learn more on the State of Hawaiʻi’s Text to 911 page.


Unsolved Homicides Unit

Hawai‘i Police Department’s greatest resource in solving homicide cases is information from witnesses, family, friends, and our island community. Please take a moment to review: Hawaii Island’s Unsolved Homicide cases.  If you have any information regarding an ongoing unsolved homicide investigation you can reach out to us in the following ways:

Email: unsolvedhomicides@hawaiicounty.gov

Call Crime Stoppers: (808) 961-8300


Crime Stoppers

Make an anonymous tip through Hawaii Island Crime Stoppers and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.

For Hawai’i Island anonymous tips: (808) 961-8300

Learn more on our Crime Stoppers page.


Kuleana Hotline

The Kuleana Hotline is designed to prevent tragic events in public places. Your tip could help authorities intervene before warning signs develop into a crime or tragedy.

Kuleana Hotline: (808) 961-2219

The Kuleana Hotline is not a substitute for 911 calls. In an emergency, always call 911.

Learn more on our Kuleana Hotline page.



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